Training & Development Specialist

MAT Holdings, Inc•Jackson, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a dynamic Training & Development Specialist to lead all training at our Jackson, TN location. In this role, you’ll design and deliver innovative training experiences that empower teams, foster leadership, and drive operational excellence. If you’re passionate about helping people unlock their potential in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Requirements

An associate degree in Education, Science, Business, or a related field is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. Prior work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
5 years of experience in training/teaching required; manufacturing experience preferred.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to lead and conduct training effectively.
Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment, heat and cold.
Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Ability to stand prolonged periods of standing and performing repetitive tasks.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
Ability to hear sounds and differentiate between them.
Ability to visually understand distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, and color vision.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred.
Bilingual Communication — Strongly preferred Spanish/English fluency to support a diverse workforce.
Manufacturing Process Knowledge — Understanding of production workflows, safety protocols, equipment operation, and quality standards to ensure training aligns with operational needs.
On‑the‑Floor Coaching — Skilled in hands‑on instruction, job shadowing, and real‑time performance coaching in a fast‑paced, non‑climate‑controlled environment.
SOP & Visual Aid Development — Ability to create, revise, and maintain SOPs, visual work instructions, and training materials that support consistent, high‑quality performance.
Skills Assessment & Certification — Experience evaluating employee competencies, conducting skills gap analyses, and managing certification/recertification processes.
Training Data Management — Proficiency in maintaining accurate training records, tracking compliance metrics, and reporting training status to leadership. Ensure training plans align with and reflect current job descriptions.
Succession Planning Support — Ability to partner with HR to develop Individual Development Plans (IDP’s) and support long‑term talent pipeline strategies.
Change Adaptability — Skilled at adjusting training approaches based on evolving business priorities, new equipment, or process improvements.
Instructional Leadership — Demonstrated ability to lead group training, facilitate workshops, and influence learning culture across all levels.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver innovative training experiences that empower teams, foster leadership, and drive operational excellence.
Build structured training programs, including JSTM content, certification pathways, and role‑specific learning plans tailored to manufacturing operations.
Ensure training aligns with operational needs by understanding production workflows, safety protocols, equipment operation, and quality standards.
Provide hands‑on instruction, job shadowing, and real‑time performance coaching in a fast‑paced, non‑climate‑controlled environment.
Create, revise, and maintain SOPs, visual work instructions, and training materials that support consistent, high‑quality performance.
Evaluate employee competencies, conduct skills gap analyses, and manage certification/recertification processes.
Maintain accurate training records, track compliance metrics, and report training status to leadership.
Ensure training plans align with and reflect current job descriptions.
Partner with HR to develop Individual Development Plans (IDP’s) and support long‑term talent pipeline strategies.
Adjust training approaches based on evolving business priorities, new equipment, or process improvements.
Lead group training, facilitate workshops, and influence learning culture across all levels.